To preserve and promote the off highway use of four wheel drive vehicles in Wisconsin on public and private land by working with federal, state, county and local governments. To promote good trail and conservation practices for enjoyable family recreation.

The last hearings on the ROA regions throughout the state are now over and the info is being compiled. I have to say I am very impressed with those who attended the various hearings throughout the state! You definitely made a difference in educating those at these meetings about four wheel driving and the need for trails and a park in Wisconsin! Also, on the reverse many of us also got educated on the DNR’s thoughts and suggestions!!

For those who have not as of yet submitted input on the last two regions please do soon!! The info must be submitted by January 2!! There is a quick survey that you can do and please as before send on to friends and whomever may be interested and that includes those out of state! Also, you can make copies of the questionnaire hard copy and you can take to your club meeting and hand them out for them to fill out and even send them all in one envelope! Below you will find the link to access the site.

Also, it is time to for you to recap your thoughts regarding access around the whole state and a park to Cameron Bump whose e-mail you will also find in the link below.

A motion was made to increase the donation to the hosting club to $150. This was approved and the SOP will be updated.

A motion was made to join Tread Lightly at a cost of $100. It was approved and the logo should be added to the banner.

It was agreed to spend up to $250 to update the banner.

Guests – None

Reports:

Pipeline – No updates, some clubs are cleaning it, being used by web clubs

Website – it was noted that the W4WDA banner does not list the website on it. It was decided that the email address W4WDA1977@gmail.com will be added as well as the “f” symbol for facebook. The Lake States Resource Alliance will be removed.

S.C.O.R.P. – See Directors report

S.T.C. – See Directors report

United Four Wheel Drive Association – See Directors report

Registration/Sticker/Decal Program – See Directors report

Motorized Recreation Area – See Directors report

Additional discussion: Harry brought up that there was land near Tigerton. It was discussed that W4WDA should start a group of people to search for land. Alex Bubb suggested that they contact the WI Real Estate Group as they may know what is available.

Master Trail Builders Certification – Bridge Brown can set up training and she can work on grants. Alex suggests that W4WDA have someone get certified. Brian Much on STC can help with class info.

Rich Wise suggested that we start a committee to search for land. Sam thinks this should be done by region. Should we give info from private people to DNR or take care of it ourselves. Region VPs should do the research and report to Sam and DNR.

It was suggested that we invite a DNR person to go on trail rides so that they can better understand our needs.

Trail Specifications – See Directors report

MW4WDA – Butch Chapin mentioned that there is less than $2,300 in the bank, the insurance premium is more than the clubs are paying. 3 clubs have land owners listed, cost is $103 per club. He asked the insurance agent to contact these clubs to ask them to pay up. It was noted that clubs need to pay based on full membership and are due by end of April.

WOHVA – Sam attends the WOHVA board of directors meetings to represent W4WDA. WOHVA will continue to join W4WDA for the convention.

Membership – Bev gave two new member names to Helen to send info to them. It was noted that the information to incorporate is on line.

Rally – Group agreed that we need an event of some kind. Jim from Frontenac Farms said that W4WDA could host an event at their location the weekend of June 16, 2018. The cost would be $40 per truck, $5 per passenger and camping is $25 per unit with power. Tent camping is free. There is a 15 vehicle minimum. W4WDA would be responsible for the cost if they do not get to the 15 minimum. It was agreed that we would move forward with scheduling this event. We can arrive Friday at 4 and have the park until Sunday noon. W4WDA could charge a little more than the requested fee with the extra going back to W4WDA to cover expense. There would be no trail guides and we could have a bonfire. Joel will help with the trail ride, we should come up with a charity for the event.

ROA – See Directors report – We need to remind people to attend these meetings.

VII. Region Vice Presidents Reports:

Arnie Miller – his club went to a veterans home and hosted a picnic this summer. It was very well received. It cost the club $350.

Orlin Clark – nothing new. He has been busy and would like to see someone else take over but he will try to get more involved. They have fewer clubs involved now.

Helen Wagner – She plans to attend the ROA meetings. 4×4 Forever hosted a meet and greet and donated proceeds to Rawhide.

VIII. Old Business

Vehicle Modification Bill – SEMA Bill – Nothing new

How to attract people that use social media

Huston Off Road Park – Orlin said MN4WDA had a booth at the MN State Fair. The Huston park should be open late 2018 or early 2019, it is about 700 acres. It is progressing but slow. There may be another private park coming to the Huston area.

Invite WOHVA to all future meetings

New Business

Any ideas on a location that we could host a rally or 4-Wheel to Heal Event

Spring 2018 Meeting – Will be held the weekend of April 14, 2018 details to be determined. It was agreed that W4WDA will host the 2018 Spring Convention.

Winter Meeting will be January 13, 2018 at Hidden Waters Golf Course in Waupaca at 9am. It will be a potluck. W4WDA will provide the meat & buns.

W4WDA tee-shirts – can now be ordered. The shirts are available in gray or navy. There is an order sheet available, which will be posted online.

Wis Dual Sport Riders – Alex Bubb – check the Wabeno area, they have a map of the area. Must be a licensed vehicle.

Banner Updates will be made (see previous notes)

The Sunshine Fund will send $50 to Petey from MW4WDA.

Rich Wise from 4 Lakes 4 Wheelers proposed that their club would make a one time $500 matching donation. Criteria: 1) all MW members make commitment 2) balance collected through dues 3) no checks will be cashed until enough is received 4) 4 Lakes 4 Wheelers would make up the difference of if all conditions are met.

S.C.O.R.P. – For additional information you can access the full SCORP through the DNR website. Additional details in Director report.

S.T.C. – Luana is unable to attend the next meeting, she will send someone in her place. Director report posted.

United Four Wheel Drive Association – Meetings now held as webinars, details in Director report posted.

Registration/Sticker/Decal Program. Jerry Stephens is now taking the lead on this program. This program needs a co-sponsor, if anyone knows of someone tell Luana. Director report posted.

Motorized Recreation Area – Director Report Posted.

Trail Specifications – Director Report Posted.

MW4WDA – Nothing New

WOHVA – GNTR will go on at Apple Valley Farms this year, August 18-19. Additional details will be posted on the WOHVA website.

Membership – Helen is working on updating the flyers. They will be ready for the Fall Meeting.

Rally – Nothing new.

ROA – Everyone is encouraged to go to these meetings. Luana will send out more information.

Motorized Recreation Area – Nothing new – Director report posted.

Region Vice Presidents Report

Arnold Miller – The $100 donation that was presented to the region was given to Frontenac Farms for their Vets Ride. They raised over $3,000 which was donated to the local veterans organization. They will also be holding a Veterans Fund Raiser the last weekend in October as well as a cookout on May 21 as a fundraiser.

Orlin Clark – The $100 donation was given to the emergency food basket in the Onalaska area. They also donate old magazines to the veterans hospital.

Helen Wagner – $50 of the donation was given to Trailgators 4-Wheelers and the other $50 to 4X4 Forever. 4X4 Forever added their club funds and adopted a family for Christmas from the Salvation Army.

**Reminder submit information on donations or other public actives to United’s e-news for additional exposure.

Old Business

Vehicle Modification Bill – SEMA bill – this is being worked on.

How to attract people that use social media – Facebook was discussed. Younger generations don’t want to go to meetings. We need to try to get more involved in facebook. The people who only organize online are not counted when talking to the state regarding usage. Also unsure if there are liability issues for those groups. Tim Duenkel’s club is hosting an event on May 6th to provide training. 4X4 Forever is having a Meet & Greet also on May 6th. Please spread the word to get other off-roaders more involved.

Huston MN off road park – was on hold, but not anymore. They may have trail days yet in 2017. Orlin would be the contact for this.

Conference Calling – Is available – be sure to let an officer know if you would like to attend via conference call or Skype for any future meetings.

Going forward we will invite WOHVA to all future meetings.

New Business

Any ideas on a location that we could host a Rally or possibly 4-Wheel to Heal.

Fall 2017 Meeting will be at Wintergreen Resort, Wisconsin Dells. October 13-14, 2017. Use W4WDA when reserving the room block. Rooms are $79.

Discussed the possibility of selling W4WDA t-shirts. The cost would be $40 per color for set-up, It was agreed that the white should be included in the background which will make it a 3 color print. A motion was passed to pursue.

Brody McClean asked if his club could join with a flat rate. They have a very small club but they are interested in getting more involved.

III. Secretary’s Report – accepted as printed – Has been having problems getting the emails go through due to the size of the attachment. Notes will be emailed to the officers, board members and delegates for distribution to their clubs. We will include link in the email to go directly to the website.

IV. Treasurer’s Report – accepted as printed.

V. Guests: None

VI. Reports:

Pipeline – Nothing new

Web Page – Jan Kasper now has access for updates!

Bylaws/SOP – Amanda Cottrell, Jan Kasper and Helen Wagner reviewed and presented updates to the Bylaws and SOPs. A copy of the changes will be available on the website. The SOP changes were accepted as presented. The Bylaws changes were discussed, will be printed on the website and will be voted on at the Spring Meeting.

S.C.O.R.P. – a survey was sent in October. Director report posted.

T.C.- Luana was elected to another 4 year term as secretary. There are grants available if we had trails. Director report posted.

Conference Calling – Is available we should publish that it is available.

Spring Convention – April 7-9, 2017. WOHVA is hosting at Best Western inTomah, WI. Rates are $89.99+tax. Two queen or One King rooms available in the block. Call (608)372-3211 and use either W4WDA or WOHVA to book rooms. More info to follow.

WOHVA is having a Tread Lightly Tread Trainer class on Friday April 7, 2017 at the Spring Convention. This is an 8-hour class to be certified as a Tread Lightly Trainer. The cost is $75.00 per person to Tread Lightly. You sign up on the Tread Lightly website or for more information contact a W4WDA board member.

IX. New Business

Any ideas on a location that we could host a Rally or different event?

Discussed a membership or MOU with WOHVA

Looking into getting shirts representing W4WDA – Sam will work on a design to review at the Spring Meeting.

Fall 2017 Meeting will be at Wintergreen Resort, Wisconsin Dells. October 20-21, 2017. Details to Follow

Proposed By-Law Changes Jan 2017:

These are to be voted on @ the Spring Convention to be held @ the Bestwestern Tomah, WI April 7-9 2017.

ARTICLE I – MEMBERSHIP

Section 6. ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIPS – any local, statewide or national business firm may receive an Associate Membership in the Association upon payment of dues and acceptance by the State Board of Directors. Upon being accepted into membership, they may display the Associate member decal in their place of business, and upon written, prescribed approval of the Association, may be allowed to use the name and official emblem of the Association in other mediums of advertising. Associate Members will be entitled to all privileges of membership except voting and holding elective office. One vehicle per Associate Membership shall be allowed to participate in Association sponsored events, which might be limited to Association members only.

Section 6. ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIPS – any local, statewide or national Incorporated Association may receive an Association Membership in W4WDA upon payment of dues or reciprocity, submission of a list of current board of directors/officers and acceptance by the State Board of Directors. Upon being accepted into membership, they may display the W4WDA member decal in their place of business, and upon written, prescribed approval of W4WDA, may be allowed to use the name and official emblem of W4WDA in other mediums of advertising. Association Members will be entitled to all privileges of membership except voting and holding elective office. One vehicle per Association Membership shall be allowed to participate in W4WDA sponsored events, which might be limited to W4WDA members only.

Section 7. BUSINESS MEMBERSHIPS – any local, statewide or national business firm may receive an Associate Membership in the Association upon payment of dues and acceptance by the State Board of Directors. Upon being accepted into membership, they may display the Associate member decal in their place of business, and upon written, prescribed approval of the Association, may be allowed to use the name and official emblem of the Association in other mediums of advertising. Associate Members will be entitled to all privileges of membership except voting and holding elective office. One vehicle per Associate Membership shall be allowed to participate in Association sponsored events, which might be limited to Association members only.

ARTICLE II – DUES

Section 1. CLUB MEMBERSHIP DUES- shall be equal to 100% of the club’s membership and may be raised or lowered by a vote of those properly credentialed delegates in attendance at a State General meeting. Club Membership dues shall be covered in detail in the Standard Operating Procedures.

Section 1. CLUB MEMBERSHIP DUES- May be raised or lowered by a vote of those properly credentialed delegates in attendance at a State General meeting and shall be covered in detail in the Standard Operating Procedures.

Section 2. INDIVIDUAL AND ASSOCIATE DUES – may be raised or lowered by the State Board of Directors and shall be covered in the Standard Operating Procedures.

Section 2. INDIVIDUAL, ASSOCIATION AND BUSINESS DUES – may be raised or lowered by the State Board of Directors and shall be covered in detail in the Standard Operating Procedures.

Section 4, INITIATION FEE – shall be required of club, individual and associate member’s and shall be covered in the Standard Operating Procedures.

ARTICLE X – ASSOCIATION MEETINGS & VOTING

Section 4. NON-VOTING ASSOCIATION MEMBERS – shall have the right, and be encouraged to attend and speak on any matter before any Association Meetings.

Section 4. NON-VOTING MEMBERS – shall have the right, and be encouraged to attend and speak on any approved matter at any Association Meetings.